The Music

The 2ND THIEF Band is an outreach ministry of 2ND THIEF. It is a power rock and blues trio that consists of guitar, bass, and drums. Whenever the setting permits, the band has a more reflective side of two acoustic guitars and bass. All three musicians offer up vocal duties. The band plays in a variety of venues and brings a message of grace, love, and freedom that will touch all of those who hear.

The music, whether blues, rock, or today’s contemporary, is all focused on glorifying our heavenly Father and to draw others into fellowship and understanding through declaring the Good News through the gift of music. The band is available for outreaches, contemporary adult and youth services, as well as live music venues. To schedule an outreach with the band, please contact Scott Wells at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

The Sound

You'll notice a difference with this ministry outreach group. The band does not principally play contemporary Christian rock but, rather, play the songs that a generation has grown up listening to known as "The Sound". Whether they are playing "Folsom Prison Blues", "Get Together" or an original piece like "Ridin' for His Glory", the music the band plays has a purpose.

SAMPLE PLAY LIST "Folsom Prison Blues" (Johnny Cash) "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For" (U2) "Walk Don't Run" (The Ventures) (instrumental) "Get Together" (The Youngbloods) "Ridin' For His Glory" (2ND THIEF Band)

When you listen to the band, try to see if you can understand the purpose of each song. For example, the band plays Johnny Cash's "Folsom Prison Blues". The lyrics speak of a man who knows he can't be free because he's in Folsom prison for murdering a man. There are prisons with bars as there are those without. You may be caught in a prison of alcoholism, drug and nicotine addiction, or ensnared by habits that bring you into bondage.

You don't need prison bars to tell you that you're stuck in a prison that you can't escape. You long to be free from your prison, but like the song, you hear that "whistle blowin' and you hang your head and cry". However, there is One who can set you free . . . Jesus, the Son of God.

Jesus says, "If the Son therefore shall make you free, you shall be free indeed" (John 8:36).

The Band

Tim Fritsch: (Drums, Percussion, Acoustic Guitar, Lead/Background Vocals) Tim is a gifted musician with a strong passion for music. Tim, gave his Life to Christ in 1997. He has a desire to lead others into worship through his gifting and to draw us all closer into the presence of the living God. Tim's musical background draws upon 4 years of playing live contemporary and classic rock music as well as live contemporary Christian music for the last 6 years. Tim can be reached at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Steven Cooper: (Bass and Background Vocals) Steve is a gifted musician with a heart bent towards outreach and healing. Steve gave his life to Christ in 2003. The Lord has wired him with a desire to bring others into rest and peace. Steve is the humble road warrior of the band with many years of playing live classic rock music, but, has an affinity towards various styles of music as well. Steve can be reached at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Scott Wells: (Electric & Acoustic Guitar, Lead/Background Vocals) Scott is a passionate musician with a calling from the Lord to connect with all people through music. Scott gave his life to Christ in 2002. He has been given an intense desire to cross generational gaps and other boundaries through the exercising of his gifts. With a musical bent towards the blues and classic rock he has been playing live music for over 20 years and live contemporary Christian music for the past several years. Scott can be reached at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it